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Clock is ticking as Senators Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell push for SEC, Big Ten buy-In on college sports bill

The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 to move the Protect College Sports Act to the full Senate floor. Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell are pushing for the bill despite opposition from the Big Ten and SEC. The legislation aims to regulate player payments, restrict coaches from mid-season job changes, and limit players to one free transfer.

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The Protect College Sports Act cleared a Senate committee hurdle and is now headed for a full vote.

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  1. Protect College Sports Act Advances to Full Senate Vote

    The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 to move the Protect College Sports Act to the full Senate floor. Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell are pushing for the bill despite opposition from the Big Ten and SEC. The legislation aims to regulate player payments, restrict coaches from mid-season job changes, and limit players to one free transfer.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 to advance the Protect College Sports Act to the full Senate floor.
    • The bill seeks to regulate player payments and limit athletes to one free transfer.
    • The legislation would restrict coaches from changing jobs during a season.
    • The Big Ten and SEC oppose the Protect College Sports Act.
    • Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell are pushing for the bill.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Senate bill could spark realignment and affect the fate of the Group of Six.
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